Shadow to Self with Acharya Shunya
Episodes
The Inner Sun: Entering the Gayatri Mantra
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Shadow to Self, Acharya Shunya shares the Gayatri Mantra not as theory, but as living memory. From early dawn walks along the Sara...
Talking With Rabbi Matthew Ponak
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vedic wisdom meets the depths of Jewish mysticism as host Acharya Shunya sit sin dialogue with Rabbi Matthew Ponak. Together, they ex...
Sita's Gems: Reclaiming Sita's Voice from the Shadows
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sita, the heroine of the Hindu epic Ramayana and a divine feminine avatar of Lakshmi, is often misunderstood. She is praised for her patience, remem...
Creativity Without Chains – From Shadow to Self with Dr. Shamini Jain
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acharya Shunya is joined by Dr. Shamini Jain—clinical psychologist, award-winning researcher, founder of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, a...
What Melts the Shadow? A Journey Through Five Inner Glaciers
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beneath your spiritual practices may live five ancient forces freezing your truth: the kleshas. In this poetic and piercing episode, Acharya Shunya re...
The Yoga's Way to Win Life
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Shadow to Self, Acharya Shunya flips the script: Real yogis don’t chase life—they serve it. And that’s when life starts givin...
Karmic Relief & the Real Yoga of Imperfect Lives
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your stuckness, your suffering, even your failure to “get it right” on the spiritual path… is not a detour, but the path itself? In this...
Not a Teacher—A Guru
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A true Guru doesn’t comfort the ego—they burn it. In this episode, Acharya Shunya contrasts the rise of yoga instructors with the sacred fire of t...
Come Home to Yourself
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this moving episode, Acharya Shunya speaks with Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati about her new book Come Home to Yourself — a heartfelt guide for any...
Yoga Was Never Meant to Soothe You
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yoga was never meant to soothe you. It was meant to burn—to pierce illusion, dissolve ego, and awaken the Self. In this Season 2 premiere of Shadow...
The Luminous Self: A Dialogue with Author Tracee Stanley
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening conversation, Tracee Stanley, the author of the bestselling book "Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clari...
Anchored but Unstuck: In Conversation with Teacher Author and Musician David Nichtern
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Acharya Shunya in conversation with David Nichtern is a senior Buddhist teacher who has practiced meditation for over 40 years. He was an early ...
How Does Ayurveda Enables Health Despite Poor Prognosis
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ayurveda, the ancient Vedic system of health and healing is often able to deliver results despite a poor prognosis. How does that happen? How can you ...
Vedic Mythology: Metaphysical Guidance For Your Inner Journey
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vedic mythology which is timeless and teaches us about ourselves, from beyond culture, religion and gender. These myths are tales of characters w...
Awaken The Unstuck Dimension Within You
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vedic Scholar and author of best selling book Sovereign Self clarifies how in each one of us we have a dimension that lives inside...
Activate Shree: Goddess Lakshmi's Wealth, Grace, Abundance
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shree or Shri represents Goddess Lakshmi herself and her grace, splendour, beauty, wealth, affluence, prosperity, good luck. Did you know that each ...
How to Be Fearless in Facing Your Shadow
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re willing to believe that your shadow isn’t just the scary, fearful, uncomfortable part of you, but your inner friend, you can start to ...
UNBOUND - Claim your Freedom today
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to free yourself from your own negative, self-doubting and betraying mind. This timely episode is a soothing balm for our times. Discover ho...
Enlightened Vulnerability – Hope amidst Hopelessness
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Acharya Shunya talks about being whole and coming into a relationship with the Shadow and the Self. Being human means accepting the co-existence of th...
How to Embody Ahimsa to be Truly Powerful
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a deposit within all humans to be noble, considerate and above all, kind, because of who we truly are – the dharmic Self – and not what o...
Cultivate Excellence for A Goddess Blessed Life Today
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Vedic Scholar and bestselling author of Roar Like A Goddess, Acharya Shunya invites listeners on a quest for personal excellence in...
Diwali Special: Decoding The Ramayana With Michael Sternfeld
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the episode, Achara Shunya muses on the spiritual significance of Diwali - the Hindu Festival of Lights and delves deep into Ramayana, the epic sto...
Self Respect and How to Embody It Like A Goddess
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Respecting yourself is a critical prerequisite to everything else such as self-esteem, self-love, self-consideration and even feeling worthy of fulfil...
The Goddess is Coming: Celebrating 'Navratri' 9 Nights of Feminine Grace and Power
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Vedic festival of Navratri celebrates the Divine Mother as Goddess Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati, who are said to descend to the earth plane throu...
Colonial Trauma, Feminist Roar and Staking the Goddess Claim
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Embracing the Inner Druga represents confidently riding the lion of colonialism, patriarchy and misogyny in the modern context, and becoming, not only...
What's the Deal with Goddesses, Mangos And Handbags!
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Goddess Lakshmi can be experienced in a myriad of ways but does it include material goodies like mangoes and handbags too? Acharya Shunya says an unap...
Come Roar Like A Goddess With Me
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vedic scholar, author and teacher Acharya Shunya unpacks what it means to roar like a goddess and why learning to roar is importan...
Ending Suffering Through the Five Pillars of Vedic Awakening
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vedic scholar and bestselling author Acharya Shunya has interpreted the ancient Vedic tradition to create her unique teaching on the five pillars of ...
Living The 7 Blessings of Human experience
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Acharya Shunya interviews Simran, a soul friend, and a professional colleague who is a publisher of 11:11 Magazine and host of 11:11 T...
Suffering in Samsara and Accessing The Mother Goddesses
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this hope inspiring episode, Vedic Master Acharya Shunya explains "Samsara", literally, a never-ending ocean of repeated births and deaths in a rea...
The Divinely Empty Self and Mantra on Inner Light.
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this beautiful episode, Acharya Shunya takes listeners on a journey of her name 'Shunya' which means 'zero' as well as 'infinity' and why it is imp...
Spirit Take Over: When Your Soul Intervenes to Change Your Destiny
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been surprised by your spiritual intuition and sudden emergence of soulful inner knowingness that when allowed to direct your choices, c...
Intentional Communication and Guru's Grace
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Acharya Shunya explains the nature of intentional truth bearing communication and how it is connected to an ancient five-part definiti...
Sacred Transformation Story: Awaken Your Sovereign Self
10 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Vedic wisdom awakens the sovereign self and our capacity to heal. Guest student Mara Cummings shares her story of transformation from chronic digestiv...
Sacred Transformation Story: Discover Your Inner Sanctuary
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen for an episode of powerful, heartfelt exchange with Acharya Shunya and guest student, Heather Davis. This second episode of the Sacred Transfor...
Shadow of Fear: Solidarity with our Asian-American Sisters and Brothers
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On March 16, 2021, a series of mass shootings occurred in Atlanta, Georgia where eight people were killed, six of whom were Asian women. Hate crimes a...
Sacred Transformation Story: You are not your obstacles!
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You are not your obstacles! Listen to witness raw, vulnerable conversations with Acharya Shunya and her students on our new Sacred Transformation Seri...
Befriend Your Shadow: Homage to Baba Ayodhya Nath
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A true Guru opens the doorway for timeless wisdom and inner peace as a living example. We honor Baba Ayodhya Nath, Acharya Shunya's guru and gran...
Trauma to Truth with Special Guest Felicia Tomasko
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the message of the shadow? In this episode, Felicia Tomasko discusses how to navigate our emotional and worldly shadows in the human body. Sh...
UNBOUND - Claim your Freedom today
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to free yourself from your own negative, self-doubting and betraying mind. This timely episode is a soothing balm for our times. Discover h...
Happy Divali / New Year - Access your Inner Light
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A special episode, for Divali. In this episode, Acharya Shunya, delves into the spiritual and mythological significance of Divali. This is a magical p...
Self Transformation, the Yogic way. A special interview with Dr. Chris Chapple
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Chris' spiritual journey and initiation to yoga, began in adolescence. His deep commitment to his Guru, his Yogic studies and practises, supported hi...
An Intimate Interview with Philip Goldberg - Bestselling author of American Veda.
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this delightful and engaging episode, Acharya Shunya introduces us to Philip Goldberg, bestselling author of American Veda & Spiritual Practice...
Wholeness - That is who you are!
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and potent episode, Acharya Shunya touches on key terms - Atma, Jiva, Moksha, and Samsara. Shunya’s unpacking of these terms serve...
Part 2: A Return to Joy! Special Guest Richard Miller's Journey to Awakening
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this rich 2-part podcast Acharya Shunya interviews iRest founder, Richard Miller. The focus of this interview is on Richard's personal journey as a...
Part 1: A Return to Joy! Special Guest Richard Miller's Journey to Awakening
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this rich 2-part interview, Acharya Shunya interviews iRest founder, Richard Miller. The focus of this interview is on Richard's personal journey...
Truth Will Set You Free
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, who gave the concept of Satyagraha (truth in action) to the world, MLK and John Lewis who brought Satyagraha to the Americ...
Spiritual Ethics & Wealth Creation - with Special Guest Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Acharya Shunya introduces Yogacharya Ellen Grace O'Brian and they continue to discuss the 4 Universal Goals, as well as her latest bo...
The 4 Universal Goals in Life
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Acharya Shunya walks us through 4 universal goals that are worth pursuing. These are known as Purusharthas. With this strategic roadm...
Positive Thinking cannot solve all your problems (Part 2)
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Acharya Shunya builds upon “truth thoughts.” She advises on not labeling a situation as good or bad. She expounds upon a teaching...
Positive Thinking cannot solve all your problems. (Part 1)
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shunya reminds us of who we are. She debunks the myth that positive thinking fixes all problems. She provides us with an alternative...
Our Brother - George Floyd
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A special tribute to George Floyd. In this episode, Acharya Shunya discusses the emotion of anger and sheds light on how we as a species have failed ...
Enlightened Vulnerability – Hope amidst Hopelessness
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Acharya Shunya talks about being whole and coming into a relationship with the Shadow and the Self. Being human means accepting the co-existence of t...
Shadow Separates, Soul Unites.
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Acharya Shunya sets the stage by defining the state of our current experience – lost and caught in narratives of victimhood. The shadow, which exis...
Time to Quarantine your Ego
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Acharya Shunya begins the episode in a human manner - she's caught up in the night, in the courtroom of her mind. Sound familiar? Yes, this is becaus...
Introducing: Shadow to Self with Acharya Shunya
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join master spiritual teacher and best-selling author, Acharya Shunya on her new show, Shadow to Self. She'll help you understand the universal coexis...